In an era of headline volatility, our next guest stands out for the conservative nature of her funds - focusing on downside protection and long-term resilience. So where is she finding the biggest alpha opportunities? And how do dividend-paying stocks bolster her downside protection? Host Pamela Ritchie is joined today by Ramona Persaud, Portfolio Manager, to unpack all this and more. Ramona manages several funds including Fidelity U.S. Dividend Fund.

Recorded on May 20, 2025.

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